It may be that
problem drinking is, indeed, as some psychological experts say, an ailment
characterized especially by egocentricity. Not all alcoholics are egotistical,
although many of us have learned to see that tendency in ourselves. Others of us
felt inferior most of the time; we felt equal or
superior to other people only when drinking.
No matter which
type we were, we realize now that we were excessively self-centered, chiefly
concerned about our feelings,
our problems, other people's
reactions to us, and our own past and future. Therefore, trying to
get into communication with and to help other people
is a recovery measure for us, because it helps take us out of ourselves. Trying
to heal ourselves by helping others works, even when it is an insincere gesture.
Try it some time.
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